Body recovered from James River near Mayo Bridge
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RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- A body was recovered from the James River near the Mayo Bridge in Richmond on Saturday morning.
According to the Richmond Police Department, at around 8:44 a.m. on Saturday, April 5, officers assisted Richmond Fire Department crews at the Mayo Bridge for the report of an unresponsive man in the river.
14th St. Takeout boat ramp (Photo: William Berksteiner, 8News)
14th St. Takeout boat ramp (Photo: William Berksteiner, 8News)
14th St. Takeout boat ramp (Photo: William Berksteiner, 8News)
14th St. Takeout boat ramp (Photo: William Berksteiner, 8News)
When they arrived, the water rescue team found the man and he was pronounced dead at the scene, according to police. As of the time of reporting, there is no indication of foul play.
Police also said the medical examiner will determine the cause and manner of death.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to call Major Crimes Detective B. Bertsch at (804) 646-3874.
